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Maui: Whale Watch Cruise Aboard the Malolo From Ma'alaea Harbor
Overview
Enjoy this 2-hour guided adventure in a high-speed catamaran to watch the whales in their natural habitat. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your whale watching trip, you may see the whales slapping the surface with pectoral fins (their very long side fins), flukes (the tail), the peduncle (the strong muscles attaching the tail to the rest of the body) and the breach, this is when the whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. Juices and sodas are available on board.
***If you are a Groupon customer, please note that the meeting point is***
Departure Point: Ma'alaea Harbor, Slip 87
Meeting Address: 300 Ma'alaea Rd, Wailuku, HI 96793 (US +1 808-661-9937)
Directions: Meet at Boss Frog's Dive and Surf (Ma'alaea Location) next door to Beach Bums.
*Please DO NOT visit 181 Lahainaluna Rd # B, Lahaina, HI 96761 that your Groupon map may show.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs
- Great informative and historical narrative
- 2 Restrooms
- Shady cabin
- Professional, friendly, safety oriented, experienced captain and crew
- Ice cold sodas and juice
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Wetsuits and Underwater Cameras available for rent
- Hotel pickup and drop-off NOT Included
Meeting Location
300 Maalaea Road
Wailuku, HI 96793, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Enjoy this 2-hour guided adventure in a high-speed catamaran to watch the whales in their natural habitat. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your whale watching trip, you may see the whales slapping the surface with pectoral fins (their very long side fins), flukes (the tail), the peduncle (the strong muscles attaching the tail to the rest of the body) and the breach, this is when the whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. Juices and sodas are available on board.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A 48-hour notice is required for cancellation or reschedule.
- Mandatory Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Minimum drinking age: 21 years old.
- Bring cash if you'd like to tip the crew!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 66 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-9281P3
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Average 4.56 out of 5 stars based on 78 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Maui: Whale Watch Cruise Aboard the Malolo From Ma’alaea Harbor. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs.
- Great informative and historical narrative.
- 2 Restrooms.
- Shady cabin.
- Professional, friendly, safety oriented, experienced captain and crew.
- Ice cold sodas and juice.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- Gratuities.
- Wetsuits and Underwater Cameras available for rent.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off NOT Included.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Maui: Whale Watch Cruise Aboard the Malolo From Ma'alaea Harbor is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Maui: Whale Watch Cruise Aboard the Malolo From Ma’alaea Harbor will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs
- Great informative and historical narrative
- 2 Restrooms
- Shady cabin
- Professional, friendly, safety oriented, experienced captain and crew
- Ice cold sodas and juice
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Wetsuits and Underwater Cameras available for rent
- Hotel pickup and drop-off NOT Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A 48-hour notice is required for cancellation or reschedule.
- Mandatory Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Minimum drinking age: 21 years old.
- Bring cash if you'd like to tip the crew!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 66 travelers
